Candied Fruitcake Squares Recipe

Name: Candied Fruitcake Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1-1/4 cups chopped dates; 3/4 cup chopped candied pineapple; 3/4 cup chopped red candied cherries; 1 large egg; 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups pecan halves

Servings: persons

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups chopped dates
3/4 cup chopped candied pineapple
3/4 cup chopped red candied cherries
1 large egg
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups pecan halves

1
Line an 8-in. square baking dish with parchment paper, letting ends extend up sides of pan; grease and set aside.
2
In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder and salt. Add the dates, pineapple and cherries; toss to coat. In a small bowl, whisk the egg, brown sugar and vanilla until blended; stir into fruit mixture. Stir in pecans. Press firmly into prepared baking dish.
3
Bake at 325u00b0 for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean and top is golden. Cool in pan for 10 minutes. Using parchment paper, transfer to a wire rack. Remove paper; cool fruitcake completely.
4
Using a serrated knife, cut into 1-in. squares. Store in an airtight container.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1-1/4 cups chopped dates, and more.

Yes, Candied Fruitcake Squares falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Candied Fruitcake Squares

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